Temporary Research Services Entry Professional

Temporary Research Services Entry Professional

This is an in-person position within the ATLAS lab, which offers a unique career and growth opportunity to serve as an integral member of a highly productive, collaborative, and vibrant research group conducting impactful health research in the care of acutely ill and injured patients. The diverse and complex patient population provides a rich learning environment and opportunities to expand the candidate's skillset across several research projects (including clinical trials and observational trials). The candidate will also be exposed to a like-minded research community to help enrich skills and enhance career growth. Our emergency medicine trials aim to improve outcomes for patients, and candidates can feel a direct connection to advancing medical knowledge and evidence-based care that can impact the lives of patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain study subject's medical history and current medication information, reviews research protocol inclusion/exclusion criteria, and confirms eligibility of subject to participate in clinical trial
• Perform informed consent process or ensures that the informed consent process has occurred, is properly documented, and that informed consent form documents are filed as required
• Interview prospective subjects for a variety of research clinical trials. Educate potential subjects on the details of the studies through phone contacts and personal interviews
• Schedule subject participation in research clinical trial, coordinating availability of necessary space, and clinical research support (e.g., physician, nurse practitioner, laboratory, radiology, pharmacy)
• Collect, code, and analyze data obtained from research in an accurate and timely manner
• Adhere to research regulatory standards
• Maintain detailed records of studies to ensure compliance with requirements of the study protocols, department, hospital/clinical standard operating procedures and other regulatory guidelines
• Participate in subject recruitment efforts, including communicating with patients expressing an interest and all pre-screening/screening activities.
• Perform other data related tasks as needed.

This role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

The Department of Emergency Medicine conducts research in areas such as trauma, injury prevention, opioid misuse, critical care, mental health, pharmacogenomics, toxicology, climate change and health, and healthcare policy.

The Department values team members who are eager to pursue further training and growth as a researcher and professional. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in science or health related field
• Clinical research or related experience
• Experience with electronic data capture systems (e.g. EMR or EHR and data management systems)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and understanding of federal regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Knowledge of basic human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
• Ability to interpret and master complex research protocol information

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Questions should be directed to: Amy Wayne, amy.wayne@cuanschutz.edu.

The hiring range for this position has been established at $22.25 to $24.00/hour.

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.